Receiving the Atonement

by David Wright

"Receiving the Atonement" describes how we can better receive the Atonement of Jesus Christ in our lives to heal us, strengthen us, and redeem us.

118 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 28, 2013

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Reviews

[Mitchell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book about the Atonement. I think something as expansive and all-encompassing as the Atonement lends itself to really vague discourse when being written about. This book, however, does a good job at talking specifically about different ways that the Atonement can affect our lives. More than a retread of "Miracle of Forgiveness", this book deals, in large part, with the lesser spoken aspects of the Atonement; that of peace of mind, healing of mind and body, and overcoming of weakness and anger. I particularly enjoyed the chapter dealing with the ordinances of the restored Gospel and how the Atonement is manifest within them.

I think the main strength of this book is its practicality. Instead of trying to grapple with the mysteries of the Atonement, the author uses examples, scriptures, and modern-day prophets (he quotes extensively from Elder Maxwell) to show the downstream effects the Atonement can have in our lives. The whole book could be summed up pretty well by a quote appearing early on in the book itself: "This is clearly not only an intellectual learning process but also requires the related experiences of life and the meekness to learn from them. Elder Neal A. Maxwell describes this learning process: 'We cannont really learn any deep or lasting things about Jesus unless we take His yoke upon us. Then...the relevant experiences will teach us keenly and deeply about Him and His divine attributes'".

It ends with a powerful comparison between our lives and the Children of Israel as they journeyed through the wilderness for 40 years. What journey is taking us 40 years to accomplish because we are not taking advantage of the blessings of the Atonement to finish the journey instead in 11 days?

[Apzmarshl · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought my favorite book on the Atonement was by Calllister. I truly thought this book would never live up to it. Wrong. I deeply love this book and the deeper understanding and clarity it provided on the Atonement. I'll definitely be reading it again. In fact, I underlined so much that it was pointless. A whole book of bright yellow.

[Mandi Waller · Rating 5 out of 5]

FANTASTIC book about the Atonement.

[Simon Aguirre · Rating 5 out of 5]

David was my mission president, so I had the incredible privilege of experiencing firsthand many of the topics discussed in this book. I love how simply he addresses complex issues, like allowing the Atonement to heal us, even when we're the ones who have been wronged. The thought-provoking question he shared with me personally is also beautifully captured in the book: 'Am I taking 40 years to complete a journey that could take only 11 days?' I highly recommend this book and its inspiring author!

[David Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

Full disclosure, David Wright is a dear friend of mine. That being said this truly is an outstanding summary of the doctrine of the atonement. Dave has done an excellent job is distilling what can at times seem complex and confusing doctrines into simple, understandable, and most importantly applicable principles. A wonderful addition to any LDS library.

[Elizabeth Frost · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second time I 'be read & finished this incredible book. I learned more this second time around as it relates to my responsibility which must take place in the overall atonement. I will in all likelihood read this ,third, fourth and maybe e Even a fifth time before I fully get what the Lord expects of me. This is a great book, teaches any who read it a great deal. Started this in 22015, and again in 2018. There will be more reads as time goes by. I highly recommend this book to be read by all.

[David Armstrong · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent treatise on the atonement

Wonderful, thought-provoking concepts. This book opened new insights for me. For example, the pure love of Christ, which is charity, can mean the pure love FOR Christ. This makes perfect sense. I would recommend this excellent book to anyone who wants to increase their understanding and appreciation of the atonement of Christ.

[Janet K. Cook · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good Reading

Good Reading

solid doctrine and good advice backed up by lots of excellent resources. makes me want to download all the BYU devotionals.

[Paul A Weaver · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great insights

Great insights, liked the connect to the temple, opened some personal reflection, was thoughtful and enlightening. I enjoyed it greatly.

[Ginny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thought-provoking

Different aspects of the atonement covered very nicely. Was very logical and inspiring. Has long sections instead of short chapters like I prefer.